84210 Assay of pyruvate
Also known as: pyruvate, serum pyruvate, metabolic acid
Quantitative assay of serum pyruvate concentration, measuring this key glycolytic and metabolic intermediate.
In Plain Language
energy metabolism test
Clinical Context
Evaluates metabolic disorders; elevated pyruvate-to-lactate ratio suggests mitochondrial dysfunction or enzyme deficiency.
RVU Information
CPT 84210 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Lab and pathology codes require an order from the treating provider with clinical indication. For molecular pathology and genetic testing, document the specific analytes tested and clinical rationale.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Pathology & Lab category, 94% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 84210?
CPT 84210 (Assay of pyruvate) is a Pathology & Lab code. Quantitative assay of serum pyruvate concentration, measuring this key glycolytic and metabolic intermediate.
Who uses CPT code 84210?
CPT 84210 is used by Clinical Chemistry, Metabolic Medicine, Pathology. Evaluates metabolic disorders; elevated pyruvate-to-lactate ratio suggests mitochondrial dysfunction or enzyme deficiency.
When is CPT 84210 used?
Evaluates metabolic disorders; elevated pyruvate-to-lactate ratio suggests mitochondrial dysfunction or enzyme deficiency.
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